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Expert Advice: General Health
When You Buckle up This Fall, Don’t Forget About Your Dog
When's the last time you took a good old-fashioned road trip? It's always fun to travel somewhere new, and even better when you get to bring the dog. But before you hit the road together, there are a few things you need to consider. Make sure you have enough food and water for the trip, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/buckle-up-your-dog/
| August 22, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Mack the Bee Dog Sniffs out Trouble in Maryland’s Honeybee Colonies
What do almonds, honeybees, and a spore-forming bacterium have in common? Mack, the bee dog. Mack is a 5-year-old Labrador Retriever tasked with protecting Maryland’s commercial honeybee populations from American Foulbrood (AFB) — one of the most devastating honeybee colony diseases. Mack works alongside owner and handler, Cybil Preston, the chief apiary inspector for the […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/bee-dog-protects-colonies/
| August 17, 2018
Legislative Alerts
NJ Alert: Shamong Township to Consider Bans on Future Breeders, Kennels
The Township Committee of Shamong, New Jersey, is expected to consider significant changes to its animal ordinances at its Tuesday, September 4, meeting. As currently worded, the proposal contains many concerning and controversial provisions, including future prohibitions on kennels and breeders with 5 or more intact females. The proposal also includes breeding and ownership restrictions, […]
https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/nj-alert-shamong-township-consider-bans-future-breeders-kennels/
| August 17, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
Spoil Your Dog With These High-Tech Products
Most pet owners have probably said at one point or another that they prefer their dog over most people. Well, thanks to a plethora of high-tech products on the market, spoiling our pups has never been easier. Here are some cool items to check out. PETKIT Dog Bowl This digital, machine-washable feeding bowl has a […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/spoil-your-dog-with-these-products/
| August 10, 2018
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Expert Advice: Lifestyle
7 Fun and Safe Ways to Spoil Your Dog
One of the joys of owning a dog is being able to pamper him with treats and fun activities. If you're looking to give your canine companion some extra-special love and attention, here are seven ways to safely spoil him. 1. Give Your Dog a Frozen Treat on a Hot Day Just like us, dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/how-to-spoil-your-dog/
| August 10, 2018
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Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How Do I Stop My Puppy From Biting My Legs and Clothes?
Sabrina M. writes, "I have run into a problem with my puppy that I have not had before. My 11-week-old female is going into attack mode: growling, grabbing clothes, and biting legs. I have tried multiple techniques to stop it. We are currently using timeouts. Do you have any other techniques that might work? We […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/aggressive-puppy-biting-ask-our-trainers/
| August 7, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
5 Mistakes Dog Owners Make When Transporting an Injured Pet to the Hospital
Few aspects of pet ownership are as stressful as transporting an injured dog to the hospital. Whether your pup has been hit by a car, attacked by another animal, or has eaten something harmful, providing him with immediate medical care is crucial for a good prognosis. Getting him to the hospital, however, is easier said […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-transport-a-dog-to-hospital/
| August 6, 2018
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Expert Advice: Training
Preventing Body Sensitivity: The Importance of Handling Exercises
Cuddling and petting your dog is fun for both of you, but when it comes time for grooming and other forms of handling, such as teeth brushing or checking for ticks, many dogs run for cover. One terrible coat mat or clipped nail quick, and your dog will decide the brush or nail trimmer is an […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/preventing-body-sensitivity/
| August 3, 2018
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Expert Advice: News
Does Human Encouragement Help Dogs Solve Problems?
Search and rescue dogs seem like the ultimate example of determination, working tirelessly to track their target through the roughest of conditions. But what about our pet dogs? Will they stick with a problem for as long as their working counterparts? Unlike our pet dogs that often look to us for guidance, search and rescue […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/dog-puzzles-human-encouragement/
| August 2, 2018
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Expert Advice: Health
Can Dogs Be Allergic to Cats?
If you're a dog owner, you're probably aware that canine companions, like humans, can be allergic to different types of food or things in the environment, such as grass or pollen. But what about being allergic to other animals, like cats? Can dogs be allergic to cats? The answer is yes. Veterinarian Dr. Robert Trimble, […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/can-dogs-be-allergic-to-cats/
| July 27, 2018